Exploring the Beauty of Vietnamese Folklore

Legends and Mythology: A Source of Creativity

Vietnamese folklore is a priceless treasure trove, preserving mysterious legends and myths that reflect the rich imagination and worldview of the ancient Vietnamese people. From the story of Son Tinh and Thuy Tinh, the battle for Mi Nuong, to the legend of Con Rong Chau Tien about the origin of the nation, each story carries a profound message about nature, humanity, and society.

These stories are not only entertaining but also educational, conveying lessons about morality, courage, intelligence, and patriotism. Vietnamese mythology is often associated with the image of deities and supernatural characters, creating a diverse and rich belief system.

Folk Songs and Proverbs: The Wisdom of the People

Folk songs and proverbs are the essence of folk wisdom, passed down from generation to generation. Lyrical and profound folk songs express family affection, love, friendship, and patriotism. Proverbs, with their concise and succinct phrases, contain life experiences and valuable lessons about morality, and social behavior.

Folk songs and proverbs are not just simple sayings but also vivid pictures reflecting the spiritual and material lives of the Vietnamese people. We can see the skill and subtlety in the use of language and the expression of ideas by the Vietnamese people.

Festivals and Customs: Cultural Diversity

Vietnamese folklore is also expressed through a diverse system of festivals and customs. From major festivals like Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year) and Tet Trung Thu (Mid-Autumn Festival) to smaller, more local festivals, each festival has its own meaning, linked to beliefs, history, and community life.

Customs such as ancestor worship, weddings, and funerals reflect the Vietnamese people’s concepts of morality, family, and society. Preserving and promoting these festivals and customs is essential to preserving the nation’s cultural identity.

Folk Art: Unlimited Creativity

Vietnamese folk art, with Dong Ho paintings, Bat Trang ceramics, embroidery, etc., demonstrates the talent and skill of the Vietnamese people. Each artwork has its own unique beauty, reflecting originality and unique artistic spirit. These are precious cultural heritages that need to be preserved and developed.

Vietnamese folklore is an inexhaustible resource that needs to be researched, preserved, and promoted so that future generations can better understand the history, traditions, and national identity. Exploring and experiencing folklore will help us love our country more and be more proud of the Vietnamese nation.